18 Dazzling Ways to Light Up Your Fall Wedding With Lanterns

If you’re looking for a stylish way to brighten up your wedding, lanterns are a beautiful solution. Available in a variety of unique styles, shapes and sizes, this versatile lighting accent can fulfill a variety of functions. Hang candlelit lanterns from branches to create a sparkling backdrop, scrawl table numbers onto the glass panes to turn them into dual-purpose centerpieces or create a romantic runway for the bride by lining the aisle with them. You can even make your own lantern designs with a little inspiration and some watercolor paint. No matter what kind of wedding aesthetic you’re going for, get some inspiration on how to rock lanterns at your wedding with these super chic examples.

2. Gold Moroccan Lantern Centerpiece: Pair a bright tablescape with these pierced-metal lanterns for a dreamy bohemian wedding. Throw in more eclectic pieces featuring vivid colors, textures and patterns to play up the Moroccan decor. (via Son Sri)

3. Camping Lantern: If you and the beau are planning a retro-styled outdoor wedding, light the way with kerosene lanterns. Tie the whole camping look together by adding wood slices and rustic mason jar flower arrangements. (via Karissa Miller)

5. Rustic Bar Decor: Guests will undoubtedly frequent the bar all evening long, so make sure it matches the look of the rest of the wedding. Dress up the bar at a rustic ceremony with chic metal lanterns, which can double as a calligraphed drinks menu with help from a liquid chalk marker. (via Josh Gruetzmacher / Style Me Pretty)

7. Ceremony Aisle: Use wide, gold-rimmed glass lanterns to illuminate the aisle for an outdoor ceremony. If you can’t find lanterns you like in gold, just spray paint them. (via Coco Tran / Style Me Pretty)

8. Wedding Signs: Leave your lanterns as-is or give them a customized look by spray painting them to match your color scheme. Use them to illuminate the way to the bar at outdoor receptions or as decorations for your wedding signs. (via Lost in Love Photography / Oh Perfect Day)

17. Stairway Lanterns: Take advantage of any stairs at your venue by turning them into a romantic vision. To achieve this picturesque scene, line the sides of your stairway with floral garlands, lanterns and pillar candles. (via Hannah Suh Photography / Once Wed)

18. Vintage Lantern Centerpiece: Light up your dining table with old-fashioned lanterns for a romantic, antique look. You can play up the enchanting old-world aesthetic with a lace table runner and apothecary-inspired vases. (via Ashley Camper / Ruffled)

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